This waterproof, pocket-size guide—Butterflies of the Rocky Mountains—beautifully illustrates more than 80 species of butterflies and most of their caterpillars that can be found in this region.
Features
Covers Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, northeastern Arizona and northern New Mexico
Covers many national parks such as Glacier, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Rocky Mountain, Mesa Verde, Canyonlands, Zion and Grand Canyon
Includes common and unique species such as the Rocky Mountain parnassia; pale swallowtail; large marble; pine white; tailed, Edith's, Blue and lilac-bordered coppers
Also includes the Western pine elfin; arrowhead, greenish and Arctic blues; Milbert's tortoiseshell; Gillett's, arachne and sagebrush checkerspots
Also includes the great spangled, Zerene and Frigga fritillaries; Hayden's ringlet; small wood-nymph; grizzled and Arctic skippers; Western branded-skipper
Features color photos in a side-by-side format that's ideal for field use
Lists common and scientific names, adult size, season when they can be found and their caterpillar host plants
Conveniently folds up in to a packet narrow enough to fit in a back pocket
Waterproof and sturdy enough to stand up under repeated use
Scientifically accurate in each subject matter
Nature enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy using this guide